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I prefer them without, but could see why folks would want them. I cut down to one or sometimes just take it off and connect to the plastic piece directly.

I put the bridle loop on the lines and do minor length adjustments between recuts with a knot in that line.

Personally, I would keep your straps like they are, but use a lighter line weight. If someone doesn't like it, they can just adjust like I do by taking it off. I think most people would likely just use it as-is.

Larksheading the lines directly to the D ring is the way to go if simplicity is the goal. If your lines are off so much that a knotted pigtail is handy, then line snags are probably the least of your worries.

I'd say leave them as is and let the buyer choose. I prefer having the pig tail myself and have never had issues with line snags at the straps. I always fly with my index fingers on the line and the pigtails are a lot nicer than the bare line or sleeve loops. I rarely use the equalizer knots but they do make for good fingertip grip .

Ah, so the material cost isn't very large, but the time factor is, right? In a true manufacturing process, that adds to the total cost. I assume that you're not paying yourself fairly for that time investment.

I'll certainly buy a set, probably "with" pigtails given the choice (if it only adds a quarter, why not?), even if only out of curiosity. I don't have the social aspect of this hobby down (i.e., no group to meet up with), so buying a relatively inexpensive item is the best way for me to see if I like it. I might feel a twinge of guilt if I don't like them and undo them. What with the deal you're giving out on the labor side.

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